In Wednesday’s resolution, the cabinet said: “The country has witnessed a heinous terror incident, perpetrated by anti-national forces, through a car explosion.

“The cabinet directs that the investigation into the incident be pursued with the utmost urgency and professionalism so that the perpetrators, their collaborators, and their sponsors are identified and brought to justice without delay.”

The cabinet also said it “unequivocally condemns this dastardly and cowardly act that has led to the loss of innocent lives”.

India has an “unwavering commitment” to a zero tolerance policy towards terrorism, it added.